Microneedling and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)

    March 2021
    Elizabeth Bahar Houshmand
    Studysummary This chapter reviews the combined use of platelet-rich plasma and microneedling for cosmetic enhancement but reports no clinical results; the authors highlight existing uses and suggest potential synergistic benefits in dermatology.
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